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Material Handler III, UD A1 Shift 7am-7:30PM

AbbVie, Waco, TX, United States


Job Description

Production Specialist I – UD Fill, A1 Shift: 7am-7:30pm Sunday/Monday/Tuesday and every other Wednesday. The role is part of a high‑performing, fast‑paced pharmaceutical finishing operation focused on safety and quality. Responsibilities include setup, changeover, and packaging of pharmaceutical products while supporting a team environment.
Responsibilities

Adhere to Environmental, Health and Safety procedures, fostering a proactive safety culture.
Perform housekeeping cleans on finishing lines, completing line clearances for lot and list changes and blowing of equipment on 1–2 value streams.
Assist in the setup of automated equipment in primary or secondary packaging areas on 1–2 value streams.
Service and operate automated and semi‑automated manufacturing equipment to produce finished product with minimal supervision.
Execute quality‑impacting tasks throughout the run (e.g., challenges, parameter reviews, sample pulls, in‑process checks, bulk/commodity accountability).
Maintain 6S of parts and tooling across the production floor.
Escalate safety, quality, technical, and operating issues promptly to appropriate groups.
Communicate and drive improvement opportunities through cross‑functional teams while working with minimal supervision.
Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and perform minor adjustments to improve efficiencies.
Qualifications

High school education or equivalent; technical experience and troubleshooting aptitude preferred; technical certificate or degree preferred.
Demonstrated focus on quality and compliance with site‑level policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate issues to engineering and mechanical teams.
Basic computer skills and aptitude to learn new programs and applications.
Experience with systems such as POMS, SAP, and MAXIMO preferred.
Knowledge of cGMP requirements and procedures.
Ability to stand 8–12 hrs per day and lift up to 25 lbs.
Work 40–48 hrs per week, with occasional overtime up to 60 hrs.
Benefits and Compensation

Base pay range outlined; actual compensation may vary by location.
Comprehensive benefits package (paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k)).
Participation in short‑term incentive programs.
AbbVie is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to integrity, innovation, and community service. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only – see https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html. US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html.

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